KPUFO Informacni bulletin - 2007 No 01

Magazine Overview

This document is the first issue of 2007 (issue number 75) of the "informační bulletin" (Information Bulletin) published by the KLUBU PSYCHOTRONIKY A UFO (Club of Psychotronics and UFO).

Activities and Announcements

The bulletin announces that the magazine "ZAZ" will be renamed "Záhady a zajímavosti" (Mysteries and Curiosities), with the author of the proposal receiving a free annual subscription. For existing subscribers, nothing will change.

On January 20, 2007, the annual meeting of the Fantastic Fact Club took place in Otvovice u Kralup n.Vlt. The meeting was attended by 15 people, including 6 members of KPUFO. The Fantastic Fact Club has 11 regular and 5 honorary members, with an annual fee of 500 CZK. The agenda included a review of the past year's activities, such as the "Sfinga" meeting at Houska and research around Zvíkov Castle. For 2007, another "Sfinga" meeting is planned for May, though its focus and concept are not yet clear. Following the official part, there were lectures by Dr. F. Vrbenská on the Voynich manuscript, I. Mackerle on an expedition to Yakutia with a film, and J. Šindel on megaliths. The meeting was described as a pleasant time spent with friends and colleagues.

KPUFO will participate in the eighth annual exhibition of non-profit organizations on April 4, 2007, at Tyršův dům in Prague. Those interested in attending and discussing with them are welcome.

Archive and Resources

To facilitate work with the KPUFO archive, its content can be continuously monitored on the KPUFO.CZ website. The internal server KPUFO 2000 offers CD ROMs, DVDs, and a list of books and publications that can be downloaded for free in electronic format or obtained in written form for the cost of copying and postage. The bulletin requests scanned articles for the archive, emphasizing the need for a minimum scan resolution of 200 dpi.

Section: Megalit

Research at a "henge" site involved 9 psychotronics researchers from spring to autumn 2006. Those interested in participating in the research are invited to contact the organizers. Further research on similar circles near Rychnov nad Kněžnou is planned. Research is also underway on "ringvaly" in Western Bohemia and Germany, with the aim of securing heritage protection and exploring their use in tourism through international projects.

Upcoming Events and Information

Seminars and Meetings

• Seminar in Březová n. Sv.: A spring meeting will be held from May 18-20, 2007, at RS "Pohoda" in Březová nad Svitavou. The cost is 555 CZK, payable on arrival, covering full board from Friday dinner to Sunday lunch. The program will focus on philosophical views of the universe and its inhabitants, with lectures intended for a written collection. Registration is required, and priority will be given to traditional participants and KPUFO and Záře members. Accommodation options include 2x 3-bed rooms, 3x 4-bed rooms, 1x 5-bed room, and 1x 6-bed room. There are currently 29 spots available, with an additional 6 in cabins for those with dogs if the weather is warm.
• SBP Seminar: A second working seminar of SBP (Association of Researchers in Psychotronics) was held on February 24, 2007, in Prague, on the topic of "research in psychotronics," covering practical applications in criminology, archaeology, healing, and poltergeists. Further events are expected in April 2007.
• Seminars in Prague: Regular seminars are held in Prague.

Publications

• A new book by Oldřich Válka, focusing on theoretical problems of psychotronics, is scheduled for release in March 2007.

KPUFO Portal

The KPUFO portal (http://www.kpufo.cz/portal) is highlighted as a source for daily articles, announcements, and information about magazines and events. Readers are encouraged to visit it regularly and inform their friends.

Mysterious Photographs

New KPUFO pages dedicated to mysterious photographs have been launched (http://www.kpufo.cz/oblasti/fot/). Visitors are invited to view and comment on the submitted images.

Help Needed for Research Activities

• Zákupy Monastery (Česká Lípa): Information is sought about the ruined Zákupy Monastery, including details on hauntings, causes, possible tragic events, and legends.
• New Menhirs? (Rychnov nad Kněžnou): Fallen menhirs were recently erected between Deštná and the Bělá River. There are reports of five mysterious circles, about 50m in diameter, with fallen menhirs in the area, and additional circles to the north towards Lake Ivanské.
• Vampire Information (Ústí nad Orlicí): An inquiry has been made about a local vampire named Micohlav, mentioned in KPUFO UO's pages and M. Stejskala's "Labyrinth of Mysteries." The inquirer, who shares the name and is from the same district, is seeking any information related to the legend.
• Mysterious Object (Třebíč): Near the village of Rohy, on the border of the Třebíč district, there was reportedly a mysterious object consisting of stones arranged in layers, forming a base for a former higher rock formation. The stones were allegedly deliberately dismantled and positioned to prevent entry.
• Zelená Hora Mystery (Žďár n.S.): Information is requested about the life of Abbot V. Vejmluva, who commissioned Santini to build the church on Zelená Hora.
• Stone Excursion (Jindřichův Hradec): The Association of Friends of the Dračice Valley is organizing excursions to mysterious stone formations in the former border zone. Local standing stones are not yet fully explored. Excursions are scheduled for April 7, May 5, and September 29, 2007, starting at 10 AM at Kemp U Pavliců.

KPUFO and International Cooperation

Since the previous year, KPUFO has been expanding its international cooperation and discussions on anomalous phenomena with clubs in Eastern Europe. Participants include KPUFO.CZ, KPUFO.SK, Poland's Nadace Nautilus, Latvia's UFOLATS, Russia's RUFORS, Bulgaria's UFOlogická mreža, Ukrainian clubs, and Belarus's UFO komitět. Romania has also recently joined. Contact is primarily through ICQ or Skype, and new participants are welcome. A forum is available at http://rigel.tokamak.ru/chat/chat.cgi, with links also on Latvian sites. The main organizer for establishing an Eastern European association of anomalous phenomena researchers is Jevgenij Sidorov from Latvia.

The bulletin lists contact information for various participating organizations, including those from Ukraine, Poland, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Russia, Belarus, and Ural.

Membership Fees and Payments

Starting in 2007, membership fees and subscriptions have been increased after several years. Members of KPUFO receive preferential rates, including for the ZAZ magazine. The increases are described as not drastic. In addition to magazines, KPUFO members receive the Information Bulletin and a new bulletin from the Megalit section. The bulletin includes a table detailing the new fees for KPUFO magazine, ZAZ magazine, CP magazine, and the total cost for members and non-members.

Archive Sales and Publications

Archive

A list of available archive materials is provided, including DVDs and CDs, with descriptions, authors, years, prices, and storage locations. Items include documentaries by I. Mackerle, "What the Bleep Do We Know?" (with Czech subtitles), and recordings related to Tachov. The prices listed are for copies and do not include postage and handling.

Advertisements

• Books for Sale: Sci-fi books by L. Dilov, A. and B. Strugačtí, Kol. aut. ("Skleněné město"), and Asimov's Science-Fiction are offered.
• Book Copies (Spiral Bound): Copies of "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom" and "Indiana Jones and the Biblical Flood of the World" are available.
• Postage and Handling: For book orders, postage and handling costs (up to 25 CZK for books, 20-40 CZK for spiral-bound copies) must be added.

Internal Publications (for members only)

• Herold Sherman: "Mimosmyslové síly a jejich využití" (Paranormal Powers and Their Use) - translation from English, available for KPUFO members for 30 CZK plus postage.
• Kol. aut.: "Záhady hradu Houska" (Mysteries of Houska Castle) - a collection of articles from KPUFO Česká Lípa members, based on internet content. Available for KPUFO members for 15 CZK, and for non-members for 25 CZK.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The bulletin consistently promotes psychotronics research, UFO investigations, and the sharing of information within a community of like-minded individuals. It emphasizes the importance of the KPUFO archive and encourages member participation in research and events. International cooperation is a growing focus. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into anomalous phenomena, with a practical approach to research and information dissemination through publications and online resources. The need for member contributions, both in terms of information and financial support (membership fees), is frequently highlighted.